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#176 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 14% in state

Madisonville Junior High School

Middle School · St. Tammany Parish

106 Cedar Street, Madisonville, LA 70447

Enrollment

725

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#176 of 1,288

In Madisonville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#12 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Madisonville Junior High School

8.2/10

Middle School in Madisonville · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madisonville Junior High School

Madisonville Junior High School is a public middle school in Madisonville, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Madisonville Junior High School serves approximately 725 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Madisonville Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Madisonville Junior High School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency98% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+66.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Madisonville Junior High School — Students at Madisonville Junior High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.3% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 77.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.1% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 37 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
65%
ELA
66%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Madisonville Junior High School Compares

See how Madisonville Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in LA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

106 Cedar Street, Madisonville, LA 70447

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madisonville Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mandeville Junior High School (rated 9.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Mandeville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is William Pitcher Junior High School (rated 7.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Covington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tchefuncte Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Mandeville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Madisonville, see our Madisonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKE CASTLE MADISONVILLE Madisonville 0.8 mi 4.6
Madisonville Elementary School Madisonville 1.7 mi 9.6
CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Covington 2.0 mi 6.5
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School Madisonville 2.8 mi 6.7
ARCHBISHOP HANNAN HIGH SCHOOL Covington 4.1 mi 5.3
Tchefuncte Middle School Mandeville 3.7 mi 7.2
Pontchartrain Elementary School Mandeville 3.8 mi 7.5
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mandeville 3.9 mi 5.4
Mandeville High School Mandeville 4.0 mi 7.0
ST PAULS HIGH SCHOOL Covington 5.0 mi 4.3
Covington Elementary School Covington 5.4 mi 6.4
William Pitcher Junior High School Covington 5.3 mi 7.9
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Covington 5.6 mi 4.2
COVINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Covington 5.6 mi
Covington High School Covington 5.9 mi 5.4
ST SCHOLASTICA ACADEMY Covington 5.6 mi 5.6
Mandeville Elementary School Mandeville 5.6 mi 8.2
Pine View Middle School Covington 6.1 mi 5.3
Mandeville Junior High School Mandeville 6.0 mi 9.1
E. E. Lyon Elementary School Covington 6.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70447 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,841

Median Home Value

$390,600

Median Rent

$2,182/mo

Population

17,473

College Educated

54.9%

Homeownership

94.6%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ruston Junior High School Ruston, LA 8.2
Woodlawn Middle School Baton Rouge, LA 8.2
Mandeville Middle Mandeville, LA 8.1
West Feliciana Middle School St. Francisville, LA 8.1
Edgar Martin Middle School Lafayette, LA 8.3
W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur, LA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madisonville Junior High School

What grades does Madisonville Junior High School serve?

Madisonville Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Madisonville Junior High School?

Madisonville Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 725 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madisonville Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madisonville Junior High School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madisonville Junior High School rank in LA?

Madisonville Junior High School ranks #176 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Madisonville Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madisonville Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Madisonville Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madisonville Junior High School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Madisonville Junior High School a charter school?

No, Madisonville Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madisonville Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Madisonville Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madisonville Junior High School?

21.8% of students at Madisonville Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
725
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
St. Tammany Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

St. Tammany Parish
District Enrollment
38,794
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,823
District Rank
#12 of 55

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